(+)-DHMEQ is an activator of antioxidant transcription factor Nrf2. (+)-DHMEQ is the enantiomer of (-)-DHMEQ. (-)-DHMEQ inhibits NF-kB than its enantiomer (+)-DHMEQ.
Sappanone A is a homoisoflavanone which exhibits anti-inflammatory effects via modulation of Nrf2 and NF-κB. Sappanone can attenuate allergic airway inflammation in Ovalbumin-induced asthma[1].
Methyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate (Protocatechuic acid methyl ester;Methyl protocatechuate) is a major metabolite of antioxidant polyphenols found in green tea. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect[1].
Keap1-Nrf2-IN-3 is a KEAP1:NRF2 protein−protein interaction inhibitor, and with a Kd value of 2.5 nM for KEAP1 protein.
Antioxidant agent-5 (compound D-6) is a potent antioxidant agent. Antioxidant agent-5 can inhibit oxLDL (oxidized low-density lipoprotein)-induced apoptosis and the expression of ICAM-1 and VCAM-1 in VECs. Antioxidant agent-5 suppresses oxLDL-induced increase of ROS level and nuclear translocation of NF-κB. Antioxidant agent-5 protects against oxLDL-induced endothelial injury by activating Nrf2/HO-1 anti-oxidation pathway[1].
MSU38225 (MSU-38225) is a novel small molecule that inhibit the Nrf2 pathway, potentially inhibiting Nrf2 transcriptional activity and cancer cell growth;MSU38225 downregulates Nrf2 transcriptional activity and decreases the expression of Nrf2 downstream targets, including NQO1, GCLC, GCLM, AKR1C2, and UGT1A6.MSU38225 strikingly decreases the protein level of Nrf2, which can be blocked by the proteasome inhibitor MG132.Ubiquitination of Nrf2 is enhanced following treatment with MSU38225.By inhibiting production of antioxidants, MSU38225 increases the level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) when cells are stimulated with tert-butyl hydroperoxide (tBHP).MSU38225 also inhibits the growth of human lung cancer cells in both two-dimensional cell culture and soft agar.
Nrf2 activator-5 (compound 1) is a potent Nrf2 activator that can attenuate H2O2-induced oxidative stress and LPS-stimulated inflammation in BV-2 microglial cells. Nrf2 activator-5 exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities[1].
Keap1-Nrf2-IN-14 (compound 20c) is a KEAP1-NRF2 inhibitor that effectively disrupts the KEAP1-NRF2 interaction (IC50=75 nM) with a Kd value of 24 nM for KEAP1. Keap1-Nrf2-IN-14 induces the expression of NRF2 target genes and enhances the downstream antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Keap1-Nrf2-IN-14 can be used in the study of oxidative stress-related inflammation[1].
Ginsenoside Rh3 is a bacterial metabolite of Ginsenoside Rg5. Ginsenoside Rh3 treatment in human retinal cells induces Nrf2 activation.
Desfluoro-ezetimibe is a desfluoro impurity of Ezetimibe. Ezetimibe is a potent, metabolically stable cholesterol absorption inhibitor. Ezetimibe is a Niemann-Pick C1-like1 (NPC1L1) inhibitor, and is a potent Nrf2 activator[1][2].
Dibenzoylmethane, a minor ingredient in licorice, activates Nrf2 and prevents various cancers and oxidative damage. Dibenzoylmethane, an analog of curcumin, results in dissociation from Keap1 and nuclear translocation of Nrf2[1].
Pyridoxine hydrochloride (Pyridoxol; Vitamin B6) is a pyridine derivative. Pyridoxine (Pyridoxol; Vitamin B6) exerts antioxidant effects in cell model of Alzheimer's disease via the Nrf-2/HO-1 pathway.
CDDO-dhTFEA (RTA dh404) is a synthetic oleanane triterpenoid compound which potently activates Nrf2 and inhibits the pro-inflammatory transcription factor NF-κB[1]. CDDO-dhTFEA restores hypertension (MAP), increases Nrf2 and expression of its target genes, attenuates activation of NF-κB and transforming growth factor-β pathways, and reduces glomerulosclerosis, interstitial fibrosis and inflammation in the chronic kidney disease (CKD) rats[2].
Brusatol, isolated from the Brucea javanica plant, inhibits Nrf2.
Keap1–Nrf2 IN-1 (compound35) is a Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1-nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Keap1-Nrf2) protein-protein interaction inhibitor, and with an IC50 of 43 nM for Keap1 protein. Keap1–Nrf2 IN-1 (compound35) activates Nrf2-regulated cytoprotective response and antagonizes acetaminophen-induced liver injury both in cellular and in vivo models[1].
Astilbin, a flavonoid compound, is isolated from the rhizome of Smilax glabra. Astilbin enhances NRF2 activation. Astilbin also suppresses TNF-α expression and NF-κB activation.
Pyridoxine-d5 (hydrochloride) is the deuterium labeled Pyridoxine hydrochloride[1]. Pyridoxine hydrochloride (Pyridoxol;Vitamin B6) is a pyridine derivative. Pyridoxine (Pyridoxol;Vitamin B6) exerts antioxidant effects in cell model of Alzheimer's disease via the Nrf-2/HO-1 pathway[2].
NK-252 is a potential Nrf2 activator, which exhibits a great Nrf2-activating potential.
Antroquinonol ((+)-Antroquinonol), a ubiquinone derivative from the mushroom Antrodia camphorata, has hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer effects[1]. Antroquinonol can be used for the research of colon cancer[2]. Antroquinonol reduces oxidative stress by enhancing the Nrf2 signaling pathway and inhibits inflammation and sclerosis in focal segmental glomerulosclerosis mice[3].
TBHQ is an antioxidant that activates Nrf2.
Eriodictyol is a flavonoid isolated from the Chinese herb, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Eriodictyol induces Nrf2 signaling pathway.
Chaetominine is an alkaloidal metabolite. Chaetominine has cytotoxicity against human leukemia K562 and colon cancer SW1116 cell lines. Chaetominine reduces MRP1-mediated drug resistance via inhibiting PI3K/Akt/Nrf2 signaling pathway in K562/Adr human leukemia cells[1][2].
Garcinone D, a natural xanthone from mangosteen, promotes the proliferation of C17.2 neural stem cell. Garcinone D increases the protein levels of phosphorylated signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (p-STAT3), Cyclin D1 and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor (Nrf2), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) in concentration- and time- dependent manners[1].
Microcystin-[D-Asp3]-LR/Microcystin A is a cyanotoxin. Microcystin-[D-Asp3]-LR/Microcystin A can activate Nrf2 and promote oxidative stress response. Microcystin-[D-Asp3]-LR/Microcystin A can also be used in toxicology research[1][2].
Dimethyl fumarate is a nuclear factor (erythroid-derived)-like 2 (Nrf2) pathway activator and induces upregulation of antioxidant gene expression.
Keap1-Nrf2-IN-13 is a Keap1-Nrf2 protein–protein interaction (PPI) inhibitor with an IC50 value of 0.15 μM. Keap1-Nrf2-IN-13 has strong binding affinities to the Keap1 protein by forming hydrogen bond with the key polar residues (Asn414, Arg415, Arg483, Gln530). Keap1-Nrf2-IN-13 can be used in the research of oxidative stress-related and inflammatory diseases, including pulmonary fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and cancers[1].
KI696 is a high affinity probe that disrupts the Keap1/NRF2 interaction.
R079 (compound 17) is a selective, orally active Nrf2 activator. R079 increases Nrf2 translocation activity (EC50 = 32.41 μM). R079 can neutralize excess levels of reactive oxygen species through activating Nrf2. R079 has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used in multiple sclerosis research [1].
7-Deacetylgedunin is an activator of Keap1/Nrf2/HO-1. 7-Deacetylgedunin alleviates mice mortality induced by LPS. 7-Deacetylgedunin inhibits Keap1 expression and suppresses macrophage proliferation. 7-Deacetylgedunin suppresses inflammation in vivo and in vitro[1].
5,7-Dihydroxychromone, the extract of Cudrania tricuspidata, activates Nrf2/ARE signal and exerts neuroprotective effects against 6-hydroxydopamine (6-OHDA)-induced oxidative stress and apoptosis. 5,7-Dihydroxychromone inhibits the expression of activated caspase-3 and caspase-9 and cleaved PARP in 6-OHDA-induced SH-SY5Y cells[1].